SheLEDBadass Podcast

In this inspiring episode of the She Led Badass Podcast, Debi and Gabriela sit down with Crystal Allen-Dallas, a powerhouse entrepreneur, community leader, and the Founder and Chief Engagement Officer of Excel Business Concepts. Crystal has spent more than a decade building a thriving PR and engagement firm specializing in infrastructure, community outreach, and crisis communications while also becoming a respected philanthropist, arts advocate, and Titan 100 honoree.

Crystal opens up about her leadership journey, starting a business as a young mother, navigating the challenges of entrepreneurship, finding alignment with her mission, and leaning into her worth after years of staying behind the scenes.

In this powerful and deeply inspiring episode of the She Led Badass Podcast, sit down with Kristen Tucker: managing partner at TDK Technologies, a Titan 100 Hall of Fame executive, trailblazer in the tech industry, and a woman whose resilience has shaped both her leadership and her life.

Kristen brings a mix of wisdom, humility, and hard-earned perspective as she reflects on her 25-year journey in technology, co-founding a company during one of the most turbulent economic periods, navigating unimaginable personal loss, and discovering what it truly means to bet on yourself.

Debi and Gabriela sit down with Taryn Pulliam, a powerhouse leader in professional development and strategic partnerships. Taryn shares her unconventional career journey from cosmetologist to VP of Strategic Partnerships and the pivotal moments that shaped her leadership style. Her insights on courage, intentional living, and community impact remind us that fear shouldn’t stop us, because sometimes you just have to do it scared.

Today we’re bringing you a powerful interview with Kristy Jackson: an entrepreneur, educator, and visionary behind Harris-Stowe’s Center for Innovation & Entrepreneurship.  From co-founding STL’s first Black-owned co-working space to launching global programs that take student entrepreneurs to Ghana and beyond.  Kristy is building equity, one bold move at a time.⁠ She shares how faith fuels her mission, why failure is part of the process, and how she's creating spaces for women to rise in business and leadership.⁠

Join Debi and Gabriela as they dive into the inspiring journey of Sheila Burkett, co-founder of Spry Digital. Sheila shares how a mentoring session led to the formation of her successful business, her unique approach to company culture, and the importance of mentorship in empowering others. Discover how Spry Digital empowers clients through technology and the challenges and triumphs of undergoing a company rebrand.  This episode is filled with valuable insights for aspiring entrepreneurs and leaders looking to break barriers and build their own empires.

In this inspiring episode of She Led Badass, Debbie Corey and Gabriela Ramirez Arellano sit down with Kris Rosser — a powerhouse entrepreneur whose career spans military service, real estate, accounting, and content creation.

From auditing tanks in the Army to leading a boutique real estate brokerage and launching a tax firm, Kris opens up about what it really takes to succeed in business.

Kris shares the power of leadership learned through the Boy Scouts of America, how she built a referral-based business as a self-described introvert, and how knowing your audience is key in business and life. She also gives us a peek into her creative life outside of work — from quilting and gardening to her food-focused YouTube channel, Is It Worth It, Y’all.

In this episode of the She Led Badass Podcast, hosts Debi and Gabriella interview Katie Schenck of Ballyhoo Workshop, an agency specializing in brand strategy and creative services. Katie shares her entrepreneurial journey, the importance of collaboration, and insights on leading a women-centric business that integrates flexibility and community support. From celebrating her recognition as a Titan 100 to discussing how men can complement women in a work environment, Katie provides valuable advice on business management, team dynamics, and work-life balance. Join us for an inspiring conversation on building empires, embracing change, and fostering a supportive work culture.

 Join us for an inspiring conversation with Bing Dempewolf, an accomplished HR consultant and business strategist. From her journey starting as a customer service representative to becoming a Chief People Officer and founding her own consulting firm, Bing shares valuable insights on leadership, resilience, and the importance of putting people first in business.

Our hosts Gabriella and Debi interview each other to learn about what led them both into the entrepreneurial world and their philosophies on business.  This format of interview is also how we will be interviewing our guests.  Next episode will be our first guest interview!  

Welcome to the SheLed Badass Podcast—where women rewrite the rules of leadership and step fully into their power. Listen to your hosts, Gabriela Ramirez Arellano and Debi Corrie, as they talk about their own experiences and what you’ll find in the interviews as our podcast starts ramping up.

This isn’t your average leadership podcast. It’s a call to stop playing small, to speak up unapologetically, and to recognize the badass within. Gabriela and Debi dive into what they’re working on personally and professionally and why they want to talk with so many diverse people to get all the perspectives on being badass.